Lower Big Quilcene
An easy, 10 mile round trip day hike with 800 feet of elevation gain. The gentle trail follows the river up a valley with second growth forests.
getting there
From Quilcene, drive south on US-101 for 1.5 miles. Turn right onto Penny Creek Road, drive ~1.5 miles, and bear left onto Big Quilcene River Road (Forest Road 27). Stay right after ~3 miles, continuing on Forest Road 27, and after 0.5 mile, turn left onto Forest Road Spur 080, and continue to the trailhead.
- Suitable Activities: Day Hiking, Trail Running
- Seasons: April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November
- Weather: View weather forecast
- Difficulty: Easy/Moderate
- Length: 10.0 mi
- Elevation Gain: 800 ft
- 2,000 ft
- Land Manager: Olympic National Forest
- Parking Permit Required: Northwest Forest Pass
- Recommended Party Size: 12
- Maximum Party Size: 12
- Maximum Route/Place Capacity: 12
Map
- USGS Tyler Peak
- Green Trails Tyler Peak No. 136
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